Tag: Nutrition

• Do Diets Work for Weight Loss?

  

  We have probably all at some point in our lives been on a diet. Weight loss is a very popular topic in United States culture, particularly after the holidays once the new year starts. It is estimated that 45 million Americans go on a diet every year1. The US diet industry is worth about $72 […]

• Easy Ways to Add More Fruits and Veggies To Your Breakfast

  

  It’s no secret that fruits and veggies are nutritious foods. They are rich in vitamins and antioxidants that are so beneficial and necessary for our bodies to properly function. Consuming the recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables, in conjunction with a healthy diet, can help reduce risk for chronic diseases, such as heart disease, type […]

• Is The Keto Diet Healthy?

  

  Since I’ve started studying nutrition, hands down the most common question I get asked is about the ketogenic diet for weight loss. I’ve previously discussed this on my instagram story, but since I get asked this so often, I also wanted to write a blog post on this topic- Is The Keto Diet Healthy? This […]

• Whole Fruit Versus Juice: Which Is The Better Option?

  

  You may be thinking: if juice comes from fruit then fruit juice and whole fruit must be the same nutritionally. However, when comparing fruit juice versus whole fruit, whole fruit is the nutritionally superior option. This may be surprising considering the popularity of juice bars and juice cleanses and their association with health. Drinking 100% […]

• 11 Nutritious Summer Recipes

  

  11 Nutritious Summer Recipes that will help keep you cool and refreshed in the warm, summer weather. This recipe list includes options for breakfast, main dishes, and dessert.

• Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie

  

  If you tasted this recipe, you may be wondering if its a chocolate peanut butter smoothie or a milkshake? You will be shocked to see that this smoothie is packed with fruit and vegetables, but tastes like an indulgent treat! Even better, it can be made with just five ingredients and in less than five […]

• My One Week Food Stamps Experience

  

  As I posted on my instagram , I experienced being on Food Stamps (SNAP) for 1 week for a project in my Community Nutrition class. SNAP budget is $40 per week for a single person and limited to only non-prepared foods. For example, you are able to purchase raw chicken; however, rotisserie chicken is not allowed […]